Mazda MAZDA6: Fuel system — tank assembly

Affects Mazda MAZDA6 · 2014 — about 19K vehicles.

The hazard

If the tank is overfilled, gas may flow into the charcoal canister (an evaporative emissions component) and possibly leak from the canister's external vent, increasing the risk of a fire.

What to do

Mazda will notify owners and dealers will inspect and add an adapter to the shut off valve in the fuel tank and also inspect the charcoal canister for the presence of gasoline, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 19, 2014. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 7414D.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational